Finance Graduate Programme – September Start

Want to help shape the future of entertainment?
Join Sky’s Finance team and get stuck into real work from day one, from supporting content and product decisions to helping shape our plans for the future. You’ll learn on the job, work towards your CIMA qualification and play a part in the commercial decisions that keep Sky moving forward. 
Finance at Sky is about much more than numbers. Our Finance teams are at the heart of decision-making across the business, partnering with teams to turn financial information into actionable insight, manage budgets and performance, and help shape our ambitious plans. You’ll develop an understanding of how financial planning, analysis and commercial thinking come together to support great business decisions. 
You’ll build your skills in budgeting, advising and influencing, while being part of a supportive graduate community. Big moves. Big impact. Big future. There’s only one place to kick-start a career like this, and that’s Sky. 
What you’ll be doing  
You’ll rotate through three placements over three years, building experience across different areas of Finance and the wider business. Our Finance rotations can give you exposure to areas including content, advertising and media, cost management, trading, Telco and subscriptions, helping you understand different business models, commercial levers and strategic challenges. 
Alongside your rotations, you’ll work towards your CIMA qualification, developing the technical knowledge, commercial judgement and business-partnering skills you’ll use throughout your career. You’ll learn how to turn data, forecasts and budgets into insight, look ahead as well as understand past performance, and confidently communicate and influence stakeholders. 
And we’ll support you along the way, with paid study leave and exam days, as you combine professional study with real experience at Sky. 
You’ll build your skills in budgeting, advising and influencing, while being part of a supportive graduate community. Big moves. Big impact. Big future. There’s only one place to kick-start a career like this, and that’s Sky. 
What we’re looking for  
The one essential requirement is that you’re currently in the final year of your undergraduate degree, completing a postgraduate qualification, or have already graduated. Your degree can be in any subject. 
Skills that will help you thrive:   
Passion for numbers and the energy you bring to the team 
Curious, ambitious, and ready to learn, you’ll fit right in 
Problem-solvers who work well with others 
Take initiative and want to make a real impact in a fast-moving business.  
Right to work: Please be aware that Sky do not offer sponsorship for this role. Employment is contingent on you having a valid right to work in the UK for the full duration of the programme. You can find information on the length of our programmes on the website. 
Your application journey  
Here’s what to expect, step by step:  
Step 1 – Apply online  
Tell us a bit about yourself — your details, your degree, and anything else you think we should know (like part-time jobs, volunteering, or cool projects you’ve worked on).  
Once you hit submit, keep an eye on your inbox (and your junk folder!) — we’ll send you a link to start your digital assessments.  
Please note, you can only apply to one programme per year.   
Step 2 – Show us your skills  
You’ll complete two online assessments that help us get to know you better - how you think, what motivates you, how you might fit into the programme. and your numerical reasoning abilities.  
Don’t worry — you’ll get a chance to practice first, and we’ll send you tips to help you feel confident.  
We understand that you might want to utilise AI to support your preparation for taking the assessments – understanding Sky etc. But we ask that you complete the assessments themselves without the assistance of AI.   
Want to go a step further? Check out our Preparation Hub — it’s packed with practice exercises, insights into the assessment process, and stories from current grads and apprentices. You’ll even learn more about your values, learning style, and the kind of work that suits you.  
Step 3 – In-Person Assessment Centre  
If you make it to the final stage, we’ll invite you to an in-person assessment day.  
You’ll take part in tasks designed to show us how you think, solve problems, and work with others — all while getting a real feel for what it’s like to work in Finance at Sky.  
We’ll let you know when to expect a decision after the day’s done.  
Need Support? If you need us to make any adjustments to help you complete any stage of your application, let us know when you submit your application and someone from our Early Careers team will get in touch if we need more detail. 
Where developing you begins 
At Sky, your development starts from day one. Through personalised skills discovery, future-focused learning and real-world experiences, you'll build the confidence and skills to thrive. Along the way, you'll be supported by a dedicated Early Careers team, experienced mentors, buddies and managers, giving you the guidance, network and opportunities to make the most of your career from the very start. 
So why wait?  
This is your chance to be part of something big. Our graduate programme puts you right at the centre of the action — learning, growing, and helping make the magic of Sky happen every day. No matter your background, interests, or degree subject, there’s space here for your ideas and ambition.  
A career at Sky is where better begins — and it starts with you.  
Got questions? We’re here to help. Drop us a line at earlycareers@sky.uk 
If your application is successful, your offer will depend on passing a Criminal Record Check 
Application deadline - 15th November 2026.  
We may close for applications earlier than 15th November due to high volumes, however this programme will not close any earlier than 1st November 2026.